The Draken, a modern-day recreation of a Viking longship, successfully retraced the ancient Norse voyage to North America, facing a challenging transatlantic journey before a near-disaster upon arriving in Newfoundland. After making repairs, the crew visited the historical L'Anse aux Meadows site, the only confirmed Viking settlement in North America. Scientific research highlighted in the film proved that Vikings arrived in 1021 AD and traveled extensively beyond the settlement, interacting with Indigenous peoples. The Draken continued its voyage deep into the continent via the St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes, demonstrating that Viking ships could have reached as far as Chicago. The quest concluded in New York City, proving what was possible for the ancient explorers using their historical technology.